Unique, carbon-fiber-based
heating technology and raw material with numerous
design engineering advantages over traditional
materials.
SITUATION:
Client wanted to expand into
new markets and application areas to reduce its
dependence on a handful of customers, and a long
sales cycle.
CHALLENGE:
Translate early marketplace
success in aerospace applications into numerous
non-aerospace applications; create awareness and
generate trial by design engineers.
ACTION:
Helped client hire experienced
new Sales & Marketing executive; identified
market entrée opportunities; developed
network of proven manufacturer’s reps; build
enduring awareness through judicious use of specialized
trade and science media.
RESULT:
Newly-assembled network of
manufacturer’s reps secured numerous OEM
product trials. Trials led to multiple new non-aerospace
customers and product orders. Client built new
manufacturing facility to meet increasing demand.